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Barnsley Chronicle Column: Meeting Barnsley's Armed Forces community<p>I was recently fortunate enough to spend an evening with the men and women of the Barnsley branch of the York and Lancaster Regimental Association.</p>
<p>The branch is made up of ex-service people and their families, and is drawn from a broad range of armed forces backgrounds, not just the Yorkshire Regiment. This mix of personalities and pasts combine to create a hugely welcoming and enjoyable community club. One where, despite the usual mickey-taking about me being an ex-para, I had a great time.</p>Sat, 29 Apr 2017 07:17:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Barnsley is full of decent, straight-talking people<p> </p>
<p>This past week I have been out and about across my Barnsley Central constituency. Parliament is in recess for the conference season and so it’s a good chance to be talking to people about the issues that matter to them.</p>
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Barnsley Chronicle Column: A referendum on people’s lives<p>The people of Barnsley made their voices heard last week. 68% of those who voted said that they wanted the United Kingdom to leave the European Union.</p>Fri, 01 Jul 2016 16:55:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_a_referendum_on_people_s_lives
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Promoting Barnsley<p>Last weekend’s win at Wembley was momentous – both for Barnsley FC and our town. This was reflected in the amazing turnout on Monday evening when so many local people turned out for the victory parade.</p>Mon, 06 Jun 2016 10:15:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_promoting_barnsley
Barnsley Chronicle Column: The cost of care<p>It’s reassuring to know that, should you need urgent medical care, then you can turn up at the hospital A&amp;E department and – even if you have to wait a while – you’ll get seen and treated.</p>Mon, 23 May 2016 11:30:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_the_cost_of_care
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Behaviour in Town Centre is Unacceptable<p>I have written before about anti-social behaviour in our town centre and it’s something I’m again increasingly concerned about.</p>
<p>Let’s be clear: the intimidating behaviour we have seen recently are seeing is totally unacceptable.</p>
<p>The actions of this small minority are affecting everyone. Whilst many shoppers just choose to go and shop somewhere else, local business owners and workers don’t have that choice.</p>Mon, 09 May 2016 15:38:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_behaviour_in_town_centre_is_unacceptable
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Running the Marathon for Cancer Research UK<p>It’s that time of year again when I swap my suit for a running kit, and stop pacing the corridors of Westminster to go pound the streets of London.</p>
<p>Running the London Marathon for Cancer Research UK is an annual event for me – as is the creeping realisation that I haven’t done enough training, the dread of those painful 26.2 miles and then the euphoria when I finally stagger across the finish line.</p>Mon, 25 Apr 2016 15:23:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_running_the_marathon_for_cancer_research_uk
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Barnsley FC cup win<p>Like so many other Barnsley FC supporters, I made my way down to Wembley on Sunday to support the Reds and see their fantastic cup win.</p>
<p>The team – from the owner, chairman, chief executive, manager and players through to the backroom staff – deserve our praise and thanks. They did our town proud in a 3-2 triumph against Oxford United.</p>Mon, 11 Apr 2016 15:15:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_barnsley_fc_cup_win
Barnsley Chronicle Column: That wasn't a Budget for Barnsley<p>Last week the Chancellor, George Osborne, unveiled his eighth budget. It was a chance to show that, after nearly six hard years, his plan had worked. That all the cuts, the belt tightening, had been worth it.</p>Sun, 27 Mar 2016 15:30:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_that_wasn_t_a_budget_for_barnsley
Barnsley Chronicle Column: People Answered My Call For Action<p>Two weeks ago I asked local people: if you could change just one thing to tackle child poverty locally what would it be? With more than one in five children in my Barnsley Central constituency living in poverty, it is a question that needs answering.</p>Fri, 11 Mar 2016 23:07:00 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_people_answered_my_call_for_action
Barnsley Chronicle article: How will Trade Union Bill affect democracy?<p>Barnsley is a town built on coal and, because of that, trade unions have always had deep roots in our community.</p>
<p>Many of the people I know in Barnsley have vivid memories of the miners’ strike and still feel its impact today.</p>Mon, 22 Feb 2016 12:13:58 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_how_will_trade_union_bill_affect_democracy
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Supporting David against Goliath<p>On the whole, people come to see me as their MP when they need help with an issue. Sometimes that’s a relatively straight forward thing to do.</p>
<p>If a constituent isn’t happy with their treatment from one of our many public services, I work with my Caseworker to advise them about the best way to make their voice heard, and then support them through the (often lengthy) complaints process.</p>Wed, 03 Feb 2016 15:00:00 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_supporting_david_against_goliath
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Give women the recognition they deserve<p>Women are the backbone of many local communities and often don’t get the recognition they deserve.</p>
<p>Whether it’s keeping families afloat, or caring for friends and relatives, or running local community groups – often on top of many other responsibilities – their contribution is sometimes taken for granted.</p>Fri, 22 Jan 2016 17:47:00 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_give_women_the_recognition_they_deserve
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Don’t let debt add to January blues<p>Everyone knows that January can be a tough month. The post-Christmas blues and the often miserable weather combine to leave many feeling down and struggling to cope.</p>
<p>I also know from my constituency post bag that a number of problems come to a head in the New Year, including drink, divorce and debt.</p>Sun, 03 Jan 2016 17:30:00 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_don_t_let_debt_add_to_january_blues
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Don’t lose the right to vote!<p>In just a few months’ time over a million voters could lose the right to vote – and they may not even realise it.</p>
<p>It is potentially the biggest disenfranchisement in the history of the United Kingdom and is a potential disaster for democracy in our country. Many people, without even knowing, will lose their right to vote for councillors, MPs, MEPs and in the EU referendum which is due in the next couple of years.</p>Thu, 26 Nov 2015 15:23:50 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_don_t_lose_the_right_to_vote
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Graduation<p>Today I am speaking at the graduation ceremony for University Campus Barnsley and Barnsley College.</p>
<p>My theme will be what we can learn from our own past to influence our future. I was inspired by an event a few weeks ago, when people across the globe celebrated ‘Back to the Future Day’ – October 21 2015.</p>Thu, 26 Nov 2015 13:38:55 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_graduation
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Our 999 Crews are the backbone of community<p>Most of us, at some point in our lives, have to rely on our emergency services. From the local Barnsley police, to our ambulance and fire crews, the work these services do cannot be underestimated. These people serve us. The chilling attacks in Paris last week remind us how much we rely on them. They are the backbone of our communities, keeping us safe in our homes and on the streets. Even when we are away from home, mountain rescue and the national coastguard make sure that we can enjoy the outdoors, confident in the knowledge that should the worst happen, there is help we can call upon.</p>Thu, 26 Nov 2015 13:32:00 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_our_999_crews_are_the_backbone_of_community
Barnsley Chronicle column - Getting Businesses Booming in Barnsley<p>As I write this, on a beautiful sunny October morning, I am looking out across Barnsley and despite all the challenges we face, I am pleased to see the signs of a town which is improving.</p>Mon, 02 Nov 2015 10:19:00 +0000Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_getting_businesses_booming_in_barnsley
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Tackling Child Poverty in Barnsley<p>25% of all children in Barnsley are living in poverty.</p>
<p>It’s a shocking statistic but sadly, it’s true.</p>Fri, 25 Sep 2015 13:17:00 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_tackling_child_poverty_in_barnsley
Barnsley Chronicle Column: Remembering the spirit of VE day<p>Friday 8th May 2015 marked the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe, the day when the war with Nazi Germany that had begun almost six long years earlier finally came to an end.</p>Wed, 26 Aug 2015 14:49:53 +0100Adminhttp://www.danjarvis.org/barnsley_chronicle_column_remembering_the_spirit_of_ve_day